A Juliet cap is a close-fitting headpiece, often worn by brides and made of white or pearl-colored materials with pearls, beads, floral designs, lace, crystals, feathers, or embroidered fabric. It is a historical accessory that has made a comeback in the form of crocheted beanies. The cap is named after Juliet Capulet from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and was worn by Grace Kelly during her wedding to Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956.
A Juliet cap is a close-fitting headpiece worn around the skull. It has also been called a Juliette cap, a ladies’ cap, or a Capulet cap or cap. This accessory is generally considered as bridal wear or semi-formal wear.
When worn by a bride, these caps are usually made of white or pearl colored materials, to match the dress. Such a pattern often includes the use of pearls, beads, floral designs, lace, crystals, feathers, or embroidered fabric. Caps can completely envelop the crown of the head and can be cylindrical or dome-shaped. Some Juliet caps are even made entirely of non-cloth material. For example, the beads can be attached in a tent-like pattern and draped over the crown of the head, also resting on the forehead.
In modern times, the addition of a Juliet’s cap to the wedding arrangement is unusual. Historically, the Juliet cap is not mentioned in bridal or semi-formal wear as often as other popular headpieces, such as the tiara or diadem. However, in the 21st century, skullies have made a comeback in the form of crocheted fall and winter beanies that sit on a person’s head, much like a woman’s skullcap would.
Instead of wearing a shimmering tiara, veil, or clip, a bride may choose to wear a unique headpiece, such as an embroidered cap. A bride may also choose to incorporate a Juliet cap with the traditional veil by placing the veil on the cap itself, allowing the veil to fall behind the head, over the face, or both. While these rimless caps are generally centered on the crown of the head, variations include tilting the cap slightly forward or backward.
The origin of Juliet’s hat comes from the 16th century, when William Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet. Visions of Juliet Capulet’s helmet in drawings, as well as a part of her costume on stage during historical and modern performances, depict Juliet wearing such a cap. This is where the terms Juliet cap and cappuccino cap come from.
Grace Kelly, a princess and fashion icon, wore a Juliet cap during her civil and religious wedding to Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956. During the religious ceremony, Kelly wore a gown made from 25 yards of silk taffeta and 125 years old lace. Her coif was styled and tucked under her Juliet cap, which was trimmed with orange blossoms, seed pearls, and a tulle veil.
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